SimilarScreen
Wind

Wind

The only thing better than winning the America's Cup is losing it... and winning it back.

19926.12h 6m

Overview

In 1983, yacht sailor Will Parker leads an American crew financed by millionaire Morgan Weld to defeat during the America's Cup race against an Australian crew. Determined to get the prize back, Will convinces Morgan to finance an experimental boat designed by his ex-girlfriend Kate's new beau, Joe Heisler. When the boat is completed, the Americans head to Australia to reclaim the cup.

Directed by Carroll Ballard
Written by Jeff Benjamin, Roger Vaughan, Rudy Wurlitzer
Produced by Tom Luddy, Mataichirô Yamamoto
Box OfficeBudget: $29.0MRevenue: $5.5M

Top Cast

Matthew Modine

Matthew Modine

Will Parker

Jennifer Grey

Jennifer Grey

Kate Bass

Cliff Robertson

Cliff Robertson

Morgan Weld

Jack Thompson

Jack Thompson

Jack Neville

Stellan Skarsgård

Stellan Skarsgård

Joe Heiser

Rebecca Miller

Rebecca Miller

Abigail Weld

James Rebhorn

James Rebhorn

George

Ned Vaughn

Ned Vaughn

Charley Moore

Michael Higgins

Michael Higgins

Artemus

Ken Kensei

Ken Kensei

Swami

Themes & Keywords

australiasportsboatsailingrace

About Wind

Wind is a action, drama film released in 1992 exploring themes of australia, sports, boat, sailing, race. Directed by Carroll Ballard, it stars Matthew Modine, Jennifer Grey, Cliff Robertson. In 1983, yacht sailor Will Parker leads an American crew financed by millionaire Morgan Weld to defeat during the America's Cup race against an Australian crew. Determined to get the prize back, Will convinces Morgan to finance an experimental boat designed by his ex-girlfriend Kate's new beau, Joe Heisler. When the boat is completed, the Americans head to Australia to reclaim the cup.

Movies Similar to Wind

Discover titles like Wind — ranked by similarity and community votes

We found 15 movies similar to Wind

If you enjoyed Wind, you'll love these handpicked recommendations. Each title below shares similar themes, tone, and storytelling style. Our algorithm analyzes genres, keywords, director filmography, and cast connections to find the closest matches. Whether you're looking for the same emotional depth, narrative structure, or visual style, these picks are curated to deliver the best viewing experience for fans of Wind.

F1
28% Match

F1(2025)

Movie7.8/10

Racing legend Sonny Hayes is coaxed out of retirement to lead a struggling Formula 1 team—and mentor a young hotshot driver—while chasing one more chance at glory.

Never Back Down
26% Match

Jake, full of anger after his father's death, is just starting to find a place for himself at his new Orlando high school - until Ryan, head of an underground MMA fight club, picks Jake out as a prime opponent. After being trounced by Ryan in front of the entire school, Jake begins training under the firm, moral guidance of a MMA master, where he learns how to fight... and how to avoid a fight. But it becomes obvious that a rematch will be inevitable if Jake wants to stop Ryan and his bullying, once and for all.

Southpaw
25% Match

Southpaw(2015)

Movie7.4/10

Billy "The Great" Hope, the reigning junior middleweight boxing champion, has an impressive career, a loving wife and daughter, and a lavish lifestyle. However, when tragedy strikes, Billy hits rock bottom, losing his family, his house and his manager. He soon finds an unlikely savior in Tick Willis, a former fighter who trains the city's toughest amateur boxers. With his future on the line, Hope fights to reclaim the trust of those he loves the most.

Real Steel
23% Match

Real Steel(2011)

Movie7.1/10

Charlie Kenton is a washed-up fighter who retired from the ring when robots took over the sport. After his robot is trashed, he reluctantly teams up with his estranged son to rebuild and train an unlikely contender.

Boyka: Undisputed IV
23% Match

In the fourth installment of the fighting franchise, Boyka is shooting for the big leagues when an accidental death in the ring makes him question everything he stands for. When he finds out the wife of the man he accidentally killed is in trouble, Boyka offers to fight in a series of impossible battles to free her from a life of servitude.

Message in a Bottle
22% Match

A woman finds a romantic letter in a bottle washed ashore and tracks down the author, a widowed shipbuilder whose wife died tragically early. As a deep and mutual attraction blossoms, the man struggles to make peace with his past so that he can move on and find happiness.

Malibu Express
21% Match

In this erotic spy tale private eye Cody Abilene teams up with the Contessa Luciana and policewoman Beverly McAfee to infiltrate a mansion and discover who is sending computer secrets to the Russians.

WWE Survivor Series 2019
21% Match

Taking place at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, this is the 33rd annual event under the Survivor Series chronology. This is the first time in the history of the event that the NXT brand will be featured.

Devara: Part 1
21% Match

Devara, a fearless man from a coastal region, embarks on a perilous journey into the treacherous world of the sea to safeguard the lives of his people. Unbeknownst to him, his brother Bhaira is plotting a conspiracy against him. As events unfold, Devara passes on his legacy to his mild-mannered and timid son, Varada.

Wild Things
21% Match

When teen-socialite Kelly Van Ryan and troubled bad girl Suzie Toller accuse guidance counselor Sam Lombardo of rape, he's suspended by the school, rejected by the town, and fighting to get his life back. One cop suspects conspiracy, but nothing is what it seems...

Airborne
20% Match

Airborne(1993)

Movie5.9/10

Good-natured teen surfer Mitchell Goosen finds himself staying with his aunt and uncle in Cincinnati, Ohio when his parents head to Australia for work. There he meets his cousin, Wiley, and together they try to navigate the perils of high school—avoid the bullies, get the girl, and win a little respect.

Million Dollar Baby
20% Match

Despondent over a painful estrangement from his daughter, trainer Frankie Dunn isn't prepared for boxer Maggie Fitzgerald to enter his life. But Maggie's determined to go pro and to convince Dunn and his cohort to help her.